ISSA Final Exam 2023 Questions and Answers with
complete solution
For a skinfold body composition assessment, what sites are used for the three-site body
density method for females?
Triceps, suprailiac, thigh
The PACER test is a fitness assessment used for what special population?
Youth
What is the term for blood circulation within the heart and lungs?
Pulmonary circulation
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
specific
Which term describes movement toward the midline of the body?
Adduction
According to the CDC, what is the definition of sanitizing?
Cleaning and killing germs on surfaces to bring the microbe level to an acceptable
range
According to the American Heart Association, what is considered a 'normal' blood
pressure?
110/80 mm Hg
What is the definition of quickness as it relates to the element of reactive training?
The ability to react and change body position with maximum rate of force production
What is the condition of low blood pressure measuring 90/60 mm Hg or less?
Hypotension
Which principle of fitness states that a training program must be specific for an
individual's goals and desired adaptations?
Principle of specificity
In the OARS model for behavior change, recapping the plan of action is part of which
technique?
Summarizing
According to the CDC, what is the definition of cleaning?
Removing dirt and impurities from a surface with a detergent and water
Which body composition measurement utilizes calipers?
Skinfold measurements
Which client form allows clients to understand and accept any and all risks associated
with beginning an exercise program?
Liability waiver
When attracting new clients, which of the following is the most effective way for a trainer
to find new prospects?
Hire an advertising firm
Which of the following is a common site to measure the pulse in humans?
Radial artery
Which advanced training technique is described as completing one set of an exercise
until failure before immediately lowering the weight and continuing the set until failure
again?
, Drop sets
Which estimated maximum heart rate formula is used for clients with high blood
pressure?
162 - (0.7 x age)
Which relatively common chronic health condition is characterized by bronchial spasms
that make it difficult to breathe effectively?
Asthma
Microtearing that occurs during which muscle action is responsible for delayed onset
muscle soreness (DOMS)?
Eccentric
Which type of neuron sends information from the central nervous system to the muscles
to generate movement?
Efferent neuron
What is the average bodyfat percentage for females?
25 to 31 percent
Which heart rate zones are generally anaerobic in nature?
Zones 4 and 5
What is the purpose of a business plan?
To outline how a business will be operated
What term represents the six anatomical locations of predictable movement patterns
where movement dysfunctions can be detected?
Kinetic chain checkpoints
In marketing, what is the definition of a "target market?"
The particular group(s) of consumers that a product or service targets
During the overhead squat assessment, which of the following muscles may likely be
overactive (tight) if the arms fall forward?
Latissimus dorsi
Which of the following is a statement from the ISSA Code of Ethics for a fitness
professional?
Use their best judgment when selecting and progressing exercises for each client.
In the ATP/CP energy pathway, what molecule lends a phosphate group to ADP to
regenerate ATP for future energy needs?
Creatine phosphate (CP)
What type of fitness training can affect the hormone erythropoietin (EPO)?
Altitude training
What is defined as the amount of force that can be created by a muscle or group of
muscles?
Strength
What postural and movement deviation occurs when the knees excessively bow inward
toward the midline?
Knee valgus
What type of warm-up intentionally mimics the movements that will be a part of the
workout to follow it?
Dynamic warm-up
SMART goal intentions, monitoring, and feedback are all part of what process?
Goal setting
complete solution
For a skinfold body composition assessment, what sites are used for the three-site body
density method for females?
Triceps, suprailiac, thigh
The PACER test is a fitness assessment used for what special population?
Youth
What is the term for blood circulation within the heart and lungs?
Pulmonary circulation
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
specific
Which term describes movement toward the midline of the body?
Adduction
According to the CDC, what is the definition of sanitizing?
Cleaning and killing germs on surfaces to bring the microbe level to an acceptable
range
According to the American Heart Association, what is considered a 'normal' blood
pressure?
110/80 mm Hg
What is the definition of quickness as it relates to the element of reactive training?
The ability to react and change body position with maximum rate of force production
What is the condition of low blood pressure measuring 90/60 mm Hg or less?
Hypotension
Which principle of fitness states that a training program must be specific for an
individual's goals and desired adaptations?
Principle of specificity
In the OARS model for behavior change, recapping the plan of action is part of which
technique?
Summarizing
According to the CDC, what is the definition of cleaning?
Removing dirt and impurities from a surface with a detergent and water
Which body composition measurement utilizes calipers?
Skinfold measurements
Which client form allows clients to understand and accept any and all risks associated
with beginning an exercise program?
Liability waiver
When attracting new clients, which of the following is the most effective way for a trainer
to find new prospects?
Hire an advertising firm
Which of the following is a common site to measure the pulse in humans?
Radial artery
Which advanced training technique is described as completing one set of an exercise
until failure before immediately lowering the weight and continuing the set until failure
again?
, Drop sets
Which estimated maximum heart rate formula is used for clients with high blood
pressure?
162 - (0.7 x age)
Which relatively common chronic health condition is characterized by bronchial spasms
that make it difficult to breathe effectively?
Asthma
Microtearing that occurs during which muscle action is responsible for delayed onset
muscle soreness (DOMS)?
Eccentric
Which type of neuron sends information from the central nervous system to the muscles
to generate movement?
Efferent neuron
What is the average bodyfat percentage for females?
25 to 31 percent
Which heart rate zones are generally anaerobic in nature?
Zones 4 and 5
What is the purpose of a business plan?
To outline how a business will be operated
What term represents the six anatomical locations of predictable movement patterns
where movement dysfunctions can be detected?
Kinetic chain checkpoints
In marketing, what is the definition of a "target market?"
The particular group(s) of consumers that a product or service targets
During the overhead squat assessment, which of the following muscles may likely be
overactive (tight) if the arms fall forward?
Latissimus dorsi
Which of the following is a statement from the ISSA Code of Ethics for a fitness
professional?
Use their best judgment when selecting and progressing exercises for each client.
In the ATP/CP energy pathway, what molecule lends a phosphate group to ADP to
regenerate ATP for future energy needs?
Creatine phosphate (CP)
What type of fitness training can affect the hormone erythropoietin (EPO)?
Altitude training
What is defined as the amount of force that can be created by a muscle or group of
muscles?
Strength
What postural and movement deviation occurs when the knees excessively bow inward
toward the midline?
Knee valgus
What type of warm-up intentionally mimics the movements that will be a part of the
workout to follow it?
Dynamic warm-up
SMART goal intentions, monitoring, and feedback are all part of what process?
Goal setting
